2VG4+HW7, Don Bosco International School, Nathalal Parekh Marg, Matunga East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400019
For families researching international education in central Mumbai, Don Bosco International School (DBIS) in Matunga East is frequently a topic of conversation. This overview combines verified data, insights from parents, and essential details to assist you in evaluating whether DBIS aligns with your child's requirements.
Fee schedule year: AY 2024–25
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery | 3,20,000 | |
| Jr. KG | 4,50,000 | |
| Sr. KG – Grade 2 | Parsing error in PDF | |
| Grade 3 – 10 | 3,65,000 | |
| Grade 11 (IBDP) | 6,70,000 | |
| Grade 12 (IBDP) | 6,10,000 |
• Registration Fee: ₹50,000
• Security Deposit: ~₹2,00,000 (confirm refundable status)
• Transport: ₹28,000–₹30,000 per year (varies by route)
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Documents Required
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Overview
Best Fit For
Strengths
Trade-offs / Things to Check
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
New-age school fit
Discovery signals help parents look beyond board, fees, and location — including inclusion support, child strengths, sports, arts, STEM, entrepreneurship, and learning approach.
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Areas this school appears to emphasise based on available profile information. Please confirm details directly with the school.
Sports-focused
Possible fit
Performing arts-focused
Possible fit
Arts-focused
Possible fit
Progressive education
Possible fit
Academic-focused
Possible fit
Aggregated insights from parent feedback. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Academics (IB/CAIE)
Positives
The Cambridge and IB programs foster a culture of global awareness and active inquiry.
Watch out for
Workloads can be quite heavy, particularly for those pursuing A Levels and IBDP.
Ask: What support structures are in place for students shifting from CAIE to the IB curriculum?
Early Years
Positives
The setting is nurturing and play-focused, emphasizing small group attention with dedicated, caring staff.
Watch out for
Tuition costs for the initial years are elevated compared to other local day schools.
Ask: What is the typical student-child ratio and daily schedule for the early years program?
Sports & Activities
Positives
The facility offers high-quality sports coaching and infrastructure that is exceptional for a city school.
Don Bosco International School is listed in Mumbai, India. Its listed curriculum is IB; confirm current affiliation with the school. Listed grades: Nursery - 12. Confirm current intake with the school. Annual school fees are approximately ₹4.0 lakh and above per year. Parent reviews can be submitted on EduTribe to help other families shortlist this school. Notable highlights: Heritage-based values; International academic rigor; Strong community ethos.
Quick facts
Highlights
Board / Curriculum
IB
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium / Languages
English, Marathi
Type
Co-ed
Students
Not publicly listed
Student–Teacher Ratio
1:12
Boarding
Day school only
Established
2018
Pincode
400019
Leadership & Staff
Not stated publicly (urban campus in Matunga East).
Age Range
3 to 18 years (Nursery to Grade 12).
Family Backgrounds
Largely composed of professional, urban families residing in central and south Mumbai.
Socio-economic Profile
Affluent to upper-middle-class families capable of meeting international school tuition demands.
Child Profiles
Engaged and inquisitive learners with a penchant for arts, sports, and international outlooks, many of whom plan to attend universities abroad.
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How the school appears to approach teaching, assessment, pressure, and child fit.
Teaching philosophy
Progressive
Learning approach
Project-based learning
Academic pressure
High
Best suited for
Children who learn through projects and exploration
Sports focus, coaching, participation, and specific sports available.
Sports focus
Strong
Professional coaching
Yes
Tournament participation
Yes
Athletics
Strong
Basketball
Strong
Cricket
Strong
Football
Strong
Detected football, cricket, basketball, athletics from existing profile text.
Visual arts, music, dance, drama/theatre, productions, and dedicated creative spaces.
Arts focus
Strong
Performing arts focus
Strong
Art studio
Yes
Music
Strong
Drama / theatre
Strong
Visual arts
Strong
Detected theatre, music, visual arts from existing profile text.
Use these during a visit or admissions call to verify the fit signals before you decide.
Watch out for
The intensity of competitive sports may demand a time commitment that impacts academic focus.
Ask: How does the school manage the balance between sports and academics for older students?
Operations & Fees
Positives
The fee structure is transparent, with options available for installment payments.
Watch out for
Parent feedback occasionally points to administrative delays and high annual fee schedules.
Ask: What are the specific terms regarding annual fee increases and potential refunds?